Lab Inspection

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Department

• Department Chair

• Department Chair Email

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

General Information

• Lab Room Number

• Conducted with

ADMINISTRATIVE

• A copy of the MVCC Hazard Communication Program is available for all employees

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All employees have completed the OSHA required Hazard Communication training

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• MSDS/SDS are available and clearly located

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Updated SDS's are submitted to the appropriate department contact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemical inventory list is updated/submitted annually to the Safety Coordinator

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HOUSEKEEPING

• General orderliness

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Aisles and exits are kept clear and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Heavy items are stored on lower shelves

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No storage within 18 in of sprinkler heads

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work areas are illuminated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hot surfaces and equipment are labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sink and counters are kept clean and uncluttered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Safety

• Emergency Procedures for Chemical Spill and cleans up are posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Contact information is up-to-date and posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Showers and eyewash stations are accessible and working

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire alarm pull stations and fire extinguishers are accessible (3 ft clearance)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency shutoffs are labeled and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE is available and used when required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No tripping/slipping hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency lighting is working

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Clothing and footwear are appropriate for the Lab

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No food or beverages are present

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All injuries or exposures are being reported per College Policy

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All employees and student workers have completed the necessary training and records are updated/maintained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Only authorized personnel are allowed in the Lab Prep Area

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Labs/Prep areas are secured when not in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

CHEMICAL STORAGE

• All containers are properly labeled (primary/secondary/waste)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All chemical containers are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Non-compatible materials are stored separately

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Containers are kept closed to prevent spills/leaks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Corrosives are stored below eye level

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemicals are not being stored on bench tops, on carts, or on the floor

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerators are organized and properly labeled, i.e. No Food

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammable liquid storage is minimized (<10 gallons outside of a flammable storage cabinet)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No open flames or sources of ignition near flammable storage or usage area

  Yes

  No

  N/A

FUME HOODS

• Fume hoods are clear of obstruction in front and behind

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fume hoods are in good working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fume hood sashes are closed when not in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe operating sash height is marked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sash and interior lighting are working properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fume hoods are routinely inspected

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Snap inspection tag

  Media

• Chemical/equipment storage in fume hoods are strictly limited

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If chemicals or hazardous substances are stored in the hood, the fan is on with the sash lowered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemicals/equipment stored in the hood are at least 6 in from the sash

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAZARDOUS WASTE

• Containers are clearly marked as "Hazardous Waste"

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste is stored in designated area which is posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste is stored in secondary containment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste is regularly removed from the lab and staff know the procedure for arranging removal

  Yes

  No

  N/A

ELECTRICAL

• Electric cords are in good condition and plugged in

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cover plates for outlets and switches are in place and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Circuit Breaker panels are accessible and not obstructed by 30 inches

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Outlet strips are equipped with overload protection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extension cords are restricted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment is properly grounded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• GFCI outlets are installed where required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• GFCI outlets are tested annually

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Actions, Notes & Recommendations

• Immediate Action Required

• Notes

• Recommendations

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